Propyl gallate

Synonym: 121-79-9; Propyl gallate; Propyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate; Propyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate

MDL: MFCD00002196
CAS Number: 121-79-9
Compound CID: 4947

Product Size

20 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg; 200 mg

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

Propyl gallate is an ester of the antioxidant gallic acid. It functions as an antioxidant and helps protect the fats and oils used in cosmetics from becoming rancid.

Molecular Weight

212.201

Molecular Formula

C₁₀H₁₂O₅

Form

Powder

Purity

≥98%, determined by HPLC.

Identity

Confirmed by MS and NMR.

Applications

Propyl gallate can be used as an antioxidant in the research of cosmetics.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask